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7800 Eastwood Rd Minor Subdivision Staff Report February 17, 2016 Within the R-1 District, driveways are required to be set back a minimum of 5' from the side property line (curb opening requires a minimum of 3' from side property line). The existing driveway encroaches onto Parcel B. The applicant proposes to relocate the driveway and curb opening to comply with setbacks. Park Dedication Requirements Subdivisions of land are subject to park dedication requirements consistent with Chapter 1204 of the City Code. Staff suggests the park dedication fee be based only on the land value of the new vacant lot (Parcel B) since there has been a house at 7800 Eastwood Rd since 1949. For minor subdivisions, the park dedication fee is typically 5% of the current year market value as determined by Ramsey County. In this case for 2015, the land value per square foot is $1.55 X 13,972 sq ft = $21,656 X 5% = $1,082 park dedication fee. The City Council will make the final determination on the park dedication fee amount. This fee must be paid prior to the City giving the applicant the approved documentation for recording with Ramsey County. Easements With most subdivisions, the City requires the owner to dedicate drainage and utility easements around the perimeter of the lot (10' front & rear, 5' side). Parcel B includes a larger easement in the rear of the property to accommodate surface water drainage. Public Notice No public notice is required for a minor subdivision. Summary The applicant is proposing to subdivide the property located at 7800 Edgewood Dr. into two parcels. All minimum City requirements will be met. Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of the Minor Subdivision contingent upon complying with the conditions in Resolution 1043-16. Respectfully submitted, Jon Sevald, AICP Planner Attachments: 1. Zoning Map 2. Aerial Map 3. Site Photos 4. Certificate of Survey 5. Resolution 1043-16